What does it actually take to transform a vacant building into a thriving neighborhood? Erin Satzger, President & CEO of the Northern Cincinnati Foundation, sits down with Jason Woodard, Founder and Principal of Woodard Development, to talk about what drives intentional, community-centered real estate development across the Ohio region.

With over 20 years of experience and more than a half-billion dollars in real estate transactions, Jason has helped reshape downtown Dayton through projects like the Water Street District — turning underutilized spaces into mixed-use destinations that attract jobs, residents, and investment. In this conversation, Erin and Jason dig into the intersection of real estate, philanthropy, and economic development — and why the built environment matters more than most people think.

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When most people think about economic development, the arts aren't usually the first thing that comes to mind. They should be.

On this episode of the What Gives Podcast, Erin Satzger, President and CEO of the Northern Cincinnati Foundation, sits down with Alecia Kintner, President & CEO of ArtsWave — the nation's first and largest community campaign for the arts. Alecia has spent her career making the case that creativity isn't a nice-to-have, it's a must-have for any region that wants to attract talent, build community, and actually be a place people want to live.

They get into the real numbers behind arts funding, what it takes to rally an entire region around a shared vision, and why Cincinnati is quietly becoming a model for how cities show up for their artists and neighborhoods.

If you've ever wondered whether the arts really matter — this conversation will change how you think about it.

Key Takeaways:

• How ArtsWave supports hundreds of arts organizations across Greater Cincinnati.
• Why the arts are a serious driver of economic growth and talent retention.
• What it looks like when a whole community invests in creativity together.

Stay tuned for the full episode!

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The aviation industry is facing a critical workforce gap, and right here in Middletown, Ohio, we are building the solution.

On this episode of the What Gives Podcast, we’re filming on-location at the brand-new Butler Tech Aviation Center. Joining me is Dr. William Sprankles, CEO of Butler Tech and a powerhouse in educational innovation.

William is the architect of the Fifth Day Experience and is now overseeing one of the most advanced career tech facilities in the country. We’re diving deep into how this $15M investment at the Middletown Regional Airport is transforming lives and fueling the regional economy.

Key Takeaways:

How Butler Tech is tackling the Aviation Workforce Shortage.

The impact of the Aviation Education Hangar on Southwest Ohio students.

Why "Student Agency" is the secret sauce to modern education.

Stay tuned for the full episode!

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